Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques in Genetic Engineering
This chapter presents advanced molecular biology techniques essential for contemporary genetic engineering. It covers methodologies for DNA/RNA manipulation, including PCR, restriction enzymes, gene synthesis, and advanced cloning strategies. Additionally, it emphasizes the role of various enzymes and vector systems in achieving precise genetic modifications.
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1.1Description
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2Polymerase Chain Reaction (Pcr) And Variants
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3Restriction Enzymes And Dna Ligation
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4Gene Synthesis And Site-Directed Mutagenesis
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6Recombinase-Based Systems
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6.2Useful In Generating Modifications
What we have learnt
- Mastery of molecular techniques is essential for precise gene engineering.
- PCR and its variants are used widely for amplification and detection.
- Restriction enzymes and ligases allow for traditional DNA assembly.
- Gene synthesis and site-directed mutagenesis enable precision editing.
- Advanced vectors and recombinase systems increase flexibility and control.
Key Concepts
- -- PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)
- A technique used to amplify DNA exponentially, allowing for specific gene isolation and analysis.
- -- Restriction Enzymes
- Enzymes that cut DNA at specific sequences, essential for gene cloning and modifications.
- -- Gene Synthesis
- The process of creating DNA sequences from scratch, vital for introducing custom genes into organisms.
- -- SiteDirected Mutagenesis
- A technique used to make specific and intentional changes to the DNA sequence of a gene.
- -- Recombinase Systems
- Systems like Cre-LoxP used for site-specific recombination, facilitating intricate genetic engineering tasks.
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